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Drone deliveries of medical supplies to begin test runs in northwest Lower Michigan
In Michigan, more than 90% of the geographic area is designated as “rural,” according to the 2024 Roadmap to Rural Prosperity report — or 70 of Michigan’s 83 counties. This can be a challenge when it comes to accessing medical services, said Alison Arnold, director of Central Michigan University’s Rural Health Equity Institute.
Michigan Woman Finds $200K Winning Prize in Her Spam Folder
Sometimes important emails get trapped in your spam folder. It happened to a Macomb County woman who opened her spam folder and discovered she'd won a big prize from the Michigan Lottery. Her Big Cash surprise win was $207,199. Second Chance Drawing Surprise. The player tells the Michigan Lottery that...
Michigan Cracks Top 10 States for Best Early Education
Michigan's education system continues to find wins against other states. Recently, Ann Arbor was named the most educated city in the country, and now Michigan is among the best-educated states from the jump. We're talking about early, preschool education, one step before traditional, formal education. Somewhat surprisingly, not every state...
Warning: Popular Snack Dips in Michigan May Be Contaminated
It seems like it's becoming increasingly difficult to keep up with all the food and product recalls and warnings in Michigan. It feels like the foods we consume daily are becoming more and more dangerous to eat. Food products sold at Kroger stores in Michigan are being flagged and recalled...
DNR ends peregrine falcon banding after raptor’s status upgrade
In a success story, peregrine falcons will no longer be closely monitored in Michigan. With the raptor’s upgraded status – from endangered to threatened – the annual banding of chicks has ended. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our...
Free School Supply Drives in Southwest Michigan
The beginning of August means a lot of things as the summer is beginning to come to a close, the main things are football season, cooler weather, and school are all on their way. For most people, the first two aren't things that are a true concern because it doesn't take much effort for them, but that school piece is different. It seems like every year kids need new everything for the school year. This can be daunting to some parents as they try and make ends meet.
Viral Real Estate Blunder: Michigan Listing Sparks Online Frenzy
A Michigan home has recently gone viral on X (formerly Twitter) thanks to the account @zillowgonewild. Located in Belleville, Michigan, the home didn't attract attention for anything unusual about its physical features. Instead, it became famous for an odd listing error: the 1,396-square-foot home was originally listed as having two bedrooms and 86 bathrooms.
Detroit Medical Center Takes Lead in Michigan's Maternal Health Overhaul with First-of-its-Kind Verification Effort
Michigan's maternal health landscape is poised for a critical transformation, and the Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is at the forefront of this change. The DMC has become the first hospital in Michigan to apply for a rigorous maternal care verification process through the Joint Commission, as reported by The Detroit News. This step is part of a larger state-led effort to address stark disparities in maternal mortality, particularly those impacting women of color.
Secretary Buttigieg Visits Menominee and Manitowoc Ports as Part of Great Lakes Tour
MENOMINEE, Mich. (WTAQ-WLUK) — U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg is in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and Northeast Wisconsin Tuesday as part of a Great Lakes ports tour. Ports and waterways across the nation received $17 billion through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to strengthen supply chain reliability, speed up...
Objections filed for the Bay City State Theatre sale
BAY CITY, Mich. (WJRT) - Court records in bankruptcy court indicate objections to the sale of the Bay City State Theatre. Earlier this month, Boyne City businessman Jim White's $630,000 bid was accepted. Court records indicate that two bidders, Midland Mall owner Jordan Dice and Greg Gracholski, have filed motions...
Silent disco and hot air balloons: Your guide to the 2024 Midland Area River Days
MIDLAND, MI — Midland Area River Days Festival returns the first weekend of August, bringing hot air balloons, a silent dance party, zipline, bungee jumper, and cheeseburger fundraiser to the Great Lakes Bay Region. “Midland Area River Days is an inclusive community celebration by the river to honor the...
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